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BS in Cytology

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Kelly Lennen, MS, CT(ASCP)
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Curriculum

The curriculum for Cytology varies based on the program option you choose.

Bachelor of Science & Master of Science

A two-year Bachelor of Science and Master of Science program that occurs after a student has taken three years of specific prerequisite coursework.

Credit Summary Credits
Credits Required for Admission 82
Undergraduate Phase Credits 39.5
Graduate Phase Credits Minimum of 30
Total Credits for BS/MS in Cytology (combined option) Minimum of 151.5

Fall Semester (22 credits)
Course Title Credits
LS 301 Molecular Biology 3
LS 311 Functional Histology 2.5
CT 301 Principles of Cell Analysis 2
CT 311 Cytopathology I
 5
CT 312 Cytopathology I Laboratory
 3.5
LS 331 Immunology 3
TBD Program-Approved Elective 3
Spring Semester (17.5 credits)
Course Title Credits
LS 540 Current Research in Biosciences 3
LS 310 Intro to Molecular Diagnostics 2
CT 310 Cytological and Surgical Pathology Techniques
 2
CT 315 Cytopathology II
 5
CT 317 Cytopathology III
 5.5

Fall Semester (12-15 credits)
Course Title Credits
LS 603 Research Design 2
LS 640 Methods in Bioscience Education 3
CT 812 Practicum I 3
CT 813 Practicum II 3
TBD Program-Approved Elective
- or -
LS 644* Laboratory Education and Instruction (requires special approval)

1-4

3-4
Spring Semester (18 credits)
Course Title Credits
LS 610 Regulatory and Fiscal Issues in Laboratory Management 3
LS 613 Pathology 2
LS 803^ Contemporary Topics Research 2
CT 814 Practicum III 3
CT 815 Practicum IV 3
CT 816 Comprehensive Examination 0
CT 575 Cytology Seminar 2
CT 525** Cellular, Molecular and Immuno Diagnostics 3

*Program approval and minimum course grade requirements must be met to register for LS 644.

**The laboratory portion will not take place at the date and time stated in Banner. Students must confirm the alternate schedule with their program director.

^To meet the research requirement, students may take a classroom literature review-based course (LS 803) or, under special circumstances, engage in a two-semester wet bench research project with a selected PI (LS 804 and LS 805). Students must meet with their faculty advisor and/or program director to determine which option best meets their educational goals. LS 804 and LS 805 are not a substitute for nor may run concurrently with practica courses.

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